I just saw ENT cause I can never breathe out if my left nostril hardly at all, if that. He said I have a deviated septum to the left with nasal valve collapse. I've had trauma to my nose several times due to sibling abuse, oh, and +3 tonsils. He ordered at CT scan looking for sinusitis versus rhinitis. I asked if he can fix my breathing, and he just said " oh yes, but need to see CT first". How can he fix this? I have tried every single thing to help myself, I can't stand it anymore.
Answer: Nasal Obstruction Issues ?? Seek out a board certified facial plastic surgeon who has vast experience resolving nasal airway problems. If your nasal septum is not straight, compounded by a nasal valve problem-a thorough physical examination of your nose , which frequently includes an endoscopic exam of your airway, and any number of specific x-ray examinations-may need to be undertaken. You may require modification of the nose through aligning the septum better, and if indeed you have a so-called collapsing valve-you may require cartilage grafts (taken from either your nasal septum or perhaps some cartilage from your ear) to reinforce your nose to reverse this quite common cause of nasal obstruction. The surgical technology is out there to help you-just find the right surgeon to deliver it to you and achieve the nasal airway you have always wanted !!
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Answer: Nasal Obstruction Issues ?? Seek out a board certified facial plastic surgeon who has vast experience resolving nasal airway problems. If your nasal septum is not straight, compounded by a nasal valve problem-a thorough physical examination of your nose , which frequently includes an endoscopic exam of your airway, and any number of specific x-ray examinations-may need to be undertaken. You may require modification of the nose through aligning the septum better, and if indeed you have a so-called collapsing valve-you may require cartilage grafts (taken from either your nasal septum or perhaps some cartilage from your ear) to reinforce your nose to reverse this quite common cause of nasal obstruction. The surgical technology is out there to help you-just find the right surgeon to deliver it to you and achieve the nasal airway you have always wanted !!
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March 16, 2017
Answer: Fixing obstructed nasal breathing A deviated septum is easily corrected by a surgery called a septoplasty. This surgery straightens the septum. The issue of a deviated septum and nasal valve collapse requires a more involved surgery called a septorhinoplasty. This involves straightening the septum and using cartilage grafts (taken from your septum usually) placed in key areas to support your nasal soft tissue so that it does not collapse with breathing. If your CT demonstrates sinus disease, a sinus surgery may be required as well as nasal medications to manage your nasal/sinus swelling and inflammation. Rhinitis is inflammation in your nose that requires lifestyle avoidances and nasal medications to manage the swelling and keep you breathing well.
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March 16, 2017
Answer: Fixing obstructed nasal breathing A deviated septum is easily corrected by a surgery called a septoplasty. This surgery straightens the septum. The issue of a deviated septum and nasal valve collapse requires a more involved surgery called a septorhinoplasty. This involves straightening the septum and using cartilage grafts (taken from your septum usually) placed in key areas to support your nasal soft tissue so that it does not collapse with breathing. If your CT demonstrates sinus disease, a sinus surgery may be required as well as nasal medications to manage your nasal/sinus swelling and inflammation. Rhinitis is inflammation in your nose that requires lifestyle avoidances and nasal medications to manage the swelling and keep you breathing well.
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March 16, 2017
Answer: Deviated septum to the left with nasal valve collapse A septoplasty is performed to straighten a deviated nasal septum. A spreader graft is placed underneath the upper lateral cartilage which is collapsing inward creating the nasal valve collapse and nasal obstruction. A CAT scan is only looking for chronic sinusitis with polyps on the inside of the sinuses. It's important to try and fail medical management first before undergoing surgical intervention for these issues. Medical necessity and preauthorization must be accomplished prior to any functional nasal surgery. For more information, please see the link and the video below
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March 16, 2017
Answer: Deviated septum to the left with nasal valve collapse A septoplasty is performed to straighten a deviated nasal septum. A spreader graft is placed underneath the upper lateral cartilage which is collapsing inward creating the nasal valve collapse and nasal obstruction. A CAT scan is only looking for chronic sinusitis with polyps on the inside of the sinuses. It's important to try and fail medical management first before undergoing surgical intervention for these issues. Medical necessity and preauthorization must be accomplished prior to any functional nasal surgery. For more information, please see the link and the video below
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